Documents have to be seen and sometimes taken in original so please have
the original ones with you.

You must be careful with the deadlines. Even if you do not have every
document it is possible to start the procedure because you will get a list
about the missing documents. Please keep the receipts and missing lists and if
later you take the missing with you please show these lists as well to our
colleagues – this helps to follow how your case is going on.

Applications, forms must be filled out totally and correctly according to
the data of your passport.

In case of having the 30 day – d type visa (that was issued in a Hungarian
embassy and valid for taking the residence permit) please come to the
immigration office with your passport, one photo (stamped by the embassy) and
the official accommodation paper that is signed by the owner/s

Don’t forget to write your name on your mailbox in order to receive the
official letters sent by any office to you.

Applying for registration card of study reason for EU, EEA or Swiss citizens

You have to bring your valid passport orID when you go to the Immigration Office.

You have to buy 1.000,- Ft fee stamp at any post office (ILLETÉKBÉLYEG in Hungarian)

You have to totally fill out and take the application form of
registration card for study reason with you when you go to the Immigration
Office latest on 90. day after you entered Hungary

You have to attach the acceptance letter or active student status
certification from the school with the correct form.

You have to certify an address in the local Immigration Office’s competence:

you are the owner: you may declare about this fact in the application form point 36;

you are a tenant/subtenant: the valid rental contract or agreement
about the flat (every owner must agree with the fact that you live in
the flat – all of them must be in the contract or they have to agree
with the contract in a declaration); The contract/agreement must be
dated, signed by the lessors and tenants, contained the most important
information (correct, official address – termination, rental fee, etc.).

if you live in dormitory attach the correct dormitory certification
that is signed and stamped by the house-manager;

if you live in a hotel, the hotel must fill out the necessary parts
and you must sumbit your new address once you find a house;

Issuing residence permit for study reason
(you are entitled to come to Hungary as a tourist without a visa for 30/60/90 days)

You have to come to the Immigration Office with your passport at the
latest on the last legal day of your residence.THE DEADLINE IS VERY IMPORTANT- EVEN IF YOU DO NOT HAVE EVERY
UNDERMENTIONED DOCUMENT YOU HAVE TO BE IN TIME. YOU CAN START THE PROCEDURE
AND WE WILL MAKE A LIST OF MISSING DOCUMENTS.

You have to buy 18.000,- Ft fee stamp at any post office
(called ILLETÉKBÉLYEG in Hungarian)

One passport size photo

You have to totally fill out and take the application of the
residence permit for study reason with you when you go to the
Immigration Office.

You have to attach an active student status certification
from the school with the correct form and you have to certify that you have
the knowledge of language (s) allowing you to conduct your studies.

You have to certify appropriate sources for your stay in
Hungary:

attach bank statement about the actual balance of your own,

if you have a scholarship attach the certification about the regular amount,

or if you work certify your regular income/salary with a document (work
contract, pay check, bank statement, etc.)

You have to certify an address in the local Immigration Office’s competence:

you are the owner: attach the authorized property page of the flat(not
older than 30 days),

the valid rental contract or agreement about the flat (every owner must
agree with the fact that you live in the flat – all of them must be in the
contract or they have to agree with the contract in a declaration)

The contract must be dated, signed by the lessors and tenants, contained
the most important information (correct, official address – same as in the
property page; termination, rental fee, etc.)

if you live in dormitory attach the correct dormitory certification and
the official accommodation paper that is signed and stamped by the house-
manager

You have to certify valid health insurance in Hungary with the termination
of your entire stay or
you have to make a statement/declaration about separated money amount for covering
the costs of any health treatment in Hungary

If you have return/two-way flight ticket, please show that in original
because otherwise you have to certify the source for the travelling.

You have to come to the Immigration Office with your passport at the
latest 30 days before the permit expires.THE DEADLINE IS VERY IMPORTANT- EVEN IF YOU DO NOT HAVE EVERY UNDERMENTIONED
DOCUMENT YOU HAVE TO BE IN TIME. YOU CAN START THE PROCEDURE AND WE WILL MAKE
A LIST OF MISSING DOCUMENTS.

You have to buy10.000,- Ft fee stamp at any post office (called
ILLETÉKBÉLYEG in Hungarian)

one passport size photo

You have to totally fill out and take the application of the residence
permit for study reason with you when you go to the Immigration Office.

You have to attach an active student status certification from the school
with the correct form. (ask from the Registrar’s Office)

You have to certify appropriate sources for your stay in Hungary:

attach bank statement about the actual balance of your own account and
statements back to 3 months about account usage,

if you have a scholarship attach a certification about the regular amount,

or if you work certify your regular income/salary with a document (work
contract, pay check, bank statement, etc.)

You have to certify an address in the local Immigration Office’s competence:

If you address is still the same

If you have not changed your address from the last permission and the
attached rental contract is still valid you can declare this fact and that
the circumstances are still the same.

If you still live in the same place but the contract is not valid
anymore have a new valid contract and declare about ownership situation – it
has changed or it is the same.

If you have changed your address

you are the owner: attach the authorized property page of the flat(not
older than 30 days) (= called TULAJDONI LAP HIVATALOS MÁSOLATA in English)

you are a tenant/subtenant:

attach the authorized property page of the flat (not older than 30 days)

the valid rental contract or agreement about the flat (every owner must
agree with the fact that you live in the flat – all of them must be in the
contract or they have to agree with the contract in a declaration)

attach the official accommodation paper that is filled out, signed by the
owner/s and you andcontains the correct, official address – same as in the
property page (you can have one in the immigration office)

The contract must be dated, signed by the lessors and tenants, contained
the most important information (correct, official address – same as in the
property page; termination, rental fee, etc.)

if you live in dormitory attach the correct dormitory certification and
the official accommodation paper that is signed and stamped by the house-
manager

You have to certify valid health insurance in Hungary with the termination
of your entire stay or
you have to make a statement/declaration about separated money amount for
covering the costs of any health treatment in Hungary

If you have return/two-way flight ticket, please show that in original
because otherwise you have to certify the source for the travelling.

Health services

First aid and emergency medical care are free for foreigners, in other cases
you have to pay for the treatment. A full coverage general health insurance for
Hungary is a prerequisite for registration at any faculty of the University of
Pécs.

Students from the EU:

EU citizens are insured on the basis of the European Health Insurance Card
when they are in another member state and are, from the point of view of social
security, entitled to the same rights and have the same obligations as citizens
of that given member state. Although EU-students may be able to use their
insurances in Hungary, a private medical insurance is recommended to
international students.

Students from outside of the EU:

For students outside of the EU, the University can offer a health insurance
compatible with the Hungarian.

Generali-Providencia STUDIUM accident and health insurance

You, as insured shall have health insurance cover on the territory of Hungary
pursuant to the insurance contract with Generali-Providencia Insurance Company.
This insurance covers the expenses of medical treatments and interventions at
the designated institution and also covers medicines and therapeutical aids, and
- in case of medical necessity - the costs of transport of the patient to the
designated institution.

Essential information about your insurance:

The cover limit: up to HUF 2,000,000, for any insurance period.

Only 50 % of the costs of medicines and therapeutical aids will be reimbursed.
When buying medicine it is necessary to have the invoice issued to the name and
address of the insured person. (Ask for a so-called “ÁFÁS SZÁMLA” in the
Pharmacy)

Insurance premium is for the academic year 2013/2014 (for 12 months) between
01/09/2013 – 31/08/2014: HUF 64,000 for students of the University of Pécs.

For the second semester of the academic year 2013/2014 (for 7 months) between
01/02/2014 – 31/08/2014: HUF 37,000 for students of the University of Pécs.

General Practitioner (GP) Service

The General Practitioner (GP) Service provided by the Centre for Occupational
Health and Hygiene of the University of Pécs Clinical Centre offers primary care
for the students of the university.

The place of consultation: Pécs, Nyár u. 8.

Opening hours:

Monday: 12:00-16:00

Tuesday: 8:00-11:00

Wednesday: 12:00-16:00

Thursday: 8:00-12:00

Friday: 8:00-12:00

Should you have any questions, problems or would like to make an appointment
please contact our English speaking GP on +36 30/709 5315.

The treatment of foreign students is as follows:

if the student is insured by one of the insurance companies the university
has a contract with (Generali Providencia) all expenses are covered by the
insurance company

if the student is insured by any other insurance companies not in contract
with the university, the student needs to pay for the treatment on the spot
according to the operative Code of Charges and Benefits of he UP. The student
receives an ambulant card and a receipt/invoice and can get reimbursement from
his/her own insurance company

if the student is not insured he/she needs to pay for the treatment on the
spot according to the operative Code of Charges and Benefits of he UP. The
student receives an ambulant card and a receipt/invoice. If any further
examinations are required, or specialist treatment is needed those are
accessible through primary care.

Firs, however, please call the following number to confirm which hospital to
visit: +36 72 536-000 /33742

Pharmacies in Pécs

Pharmacies (gyógyszertár in Hungarian) are well supplied and can provide
medicaments for most common ailments. The location of the nearest all-night
chemist's is displayed on the door of every pharmacy.

Transportation in the city

Bus

Within the administrative borders of Pécs, the TükeBusz Co. provides
scheduled public transportation services. The company operates 59 daytime lines
and a frequent night bus service to help the students in safe travelling. If you
would like to get to your classes by bus, it is easy to find out which stop you
have to get off, as due to the intelligent travel information system you can
always hear before a stop which faculties are nearby.

The line 30Y was specifically created for the students: the line connects two
campuses in Pécs located far away from each other, also including the main
library and the Knowledge Centre.

Cycling

Despite its terrain, it is easy to get around in Pécs by bike. Many
constructed and even more marked bicycle routes support traffic safety.
Similarly to the line 30Y, a cycle path was established to connect the campuses
at the far ends of the city.

Postal services

Magyar Posta offers a variety of national and international postal services
for letters and parcels, including insured mail and EMS (Express Mail Service).
Items can be tracked online allowing customers to monitor their post and check
that it has been delivered, or be informed of why delivery has failed.

Phone

Phone Numbers

In Hungary the standard lengths for area codes is two, except for Budapest
which has the area code 1. Subscribers' numbers are six digits long in general,
numbers in Budapest and cell phone numbers are seven digits long. Domestic calls
to all other area codes must be preceded with 06 + area code. For example, a
call from Budapest to Pécs (area code 72) would be made as 06 72 123-456 and a
call from Pécs to Budapest (area code 1) would be made as 06 1 234-5678. When
using mobile phones, the international format can be used instead: +36 1 234-
5678.

Calls to international destinations are in the format 00 + country code +
number. On mobile phones, + can be used instead of 00. The country code for
Hungary is 36.

Banking

Banks offer Forint, Currency or combined bank accounts available to foreign
citizens as well. Before starting the procedure, it is advisable to ask the
chosen bank about the required documents needed. In general they ask for an ID
card/driving licence/passport and a residence card. In most of the cases if you
don’t have a residence card, the residence permit can substitute it, depending
on the local policies of the financial institutions. Some american banks have
regulations that don’t allow the citizens of certain countries to open bank
accounts by them due to embargo regulations of the United States. It is better
to contact the bank if you are eligible to open an account or you can choose
from the several local institutions.

Sports

Sporting life at the University is coordinated by the Physical Education and
Recreation Centre, which offers a wide range of sporting opportunities to the
students and staff. The Centre organises various programmes that are attractive
and accessible to everybody, irrespective of age, faculty or past training,
which is a wonderful opportunity for recreation and regeneration.

Practical information

You can apply for the courses at the beginning of each semester at the time
and place of the given course. Since these courses are compulsory for Hungarian
students, tutors take attendance seriously, so you are also kindly advised to
attend courses regularly. You should bring clothes and shoes that are
characteristic for the sport you have chosen. All the necessary equipment
(racquets, tennis balls, etc.) will be available on the spot.

Sports Facilities at the University of Pécs

Besides the above mentioned courses, you are free to use the various sports
facilities of the University. However, the usage of these halls and grounds
might be sometimes restricted according to regular class schedules. For the
opening hours, check the entrance or contact the staff. You will have the
following opportunities:

Dancing University

International student organizations of the UP

As a student of the University of Pécs, you are entitled to use the numerous
services offered to the international students in order to support their studies,
to help them socialize and gain unforgettable experiences. We hope that you will
find our list useful in learning more about them.

The community is a non-profit group of volunteer students studying at the
University of Pécs. By organising various international events for
exchange/Erasmus students like country presentations and sightseeing, our aim is
to create convenient conditions for better cultural understanding of various
nations and national customs and to contribute actively to European integration.

One of the biggest European Student Organisations which is present in Pécs,
offering a wide variety of professional and leisure programmes for both
Hungarian and international students. These events give a good opportunity to
meet local people, make new friends and gain memorable experiences.

The largest global student-run organisation has over 60,000 members from 110
countries. AIESEC is focused on providing a platform for youth leadership
development through training global citizens to change the world and to get
experience and skills that matter today.

The ISC offers Hungarian as a foreign language courses, English language
preparatory courses for different studies and the traditional and popular
intensive courses organized in every summer and winter.

Support Service

The aim of the service is to help students with special needs (dyslexia,
dysgraphia, dyscalculia, reduced mobility, visual impairment, hearing impairment,
etc.).

Services:

Services regarding studies

Help during studies-related administration

Reading out and recording lecture notes (for students with visual impairment)

Lending special equipment

Help during library visits

Help in typing or editing or printing written documents (e.g. assignments)

Typing and editing notes, information (for students with hearing impairment)

Accompanying and transport within and out of the university campus

Photocopying, amplification of written texts

Other forms of help to read out texts

Lifting (for students with reduced mobility), transportation

Transportation Service
The aim of this service is to ease access to public services and education.
The service uses a special minibus equipped for persons with special needs.
An electric lifting machine and special fixing equipment make transport
possible especially for people using a wheelchair. (Of course we are ready to
transport students with other disabilities as well.)
The service minibus is available when:

approaching the University

visiting public services (hospitals, library, offices, etc.)

going home

or during other transportation tasks

Mental Care
We help you keep contact with your environment (chats, common events, transportation, etc.).

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